How to Keep Chicken Wings Crispy After Frying Them

By Fred Decker

Fried chicken is a favorite dish in many cultures worldwide. The contrast between the crisp exterior and steaming, juicy interior is a pleasure when the chicken is prepared well. Unfortunately, the steam from the hot chicken will quickly soften the crisp coating unless the wings are handled carefully. The best method to prevent this is to ensure that the chicken has warm air circulating around it, to prevent the steam from condensing in the outer coating.

Chicken wings can be kept crispy in a warm oven.

Step 1

Choose a wire rack large enough to hold all of the wings you'll be frying. Place it over a baking sheet, to catch any dripping oil.

Step 2

Preheat your oven to its lowest setting, usually 175 to 200 degrees F. Place the baking sheet and wire rack in the oven.

Step 3

Fry the chicken wings as you normally would, according to your favorite recipe. As the wings come out of the fat, allow them to drain for a few seconds, and then place them on the rack in the oven.

Step 4

Repeat for each succeeding batch, until all the wings are cooked. Remove the sheet pan from the oven, transfer the chicken wings to a large platter or basket, and serve immediately.